West Bay Rotary August 13, 2015
Posted by Jen Harris
on Aug 17, 2015
August 13, 2015
West Bay Rotary Club Meeting
August 13, 2015
West Bay Rotary
Save Our Steeple
Jeff Foltz, Co-Chair, Chestnut Street Baptist Church Steeple Fundraising Committee
Lynn & Peter Johnson – committee members
From almost anywhere in downtown Camden, the steeple is visible.
From the sea – the mariners steer toward it.
Thomas Jefferson was the President when the church started
The Church negotiated with the English in 1812 to save the town of Camden from bombardment.
David Knowlton, campaigned to have the town clock placed in the steeple after the Civil War.
Spire came down, due to weather
Bill Young, a boy scout, mounted a rebuilding campaign in 1979. He was successful.
Chestnut Street Baptist Church is also an important member of the community.
They give back when they can.
Walk through Bethlehem
20+ outreach programs
They’ve spent funds to replace rotting beams and support the steeple
Church finance committee has proposed that they allocate $100,000 from the sale of the parsonage to this repair.
So much work needs to be done due to mold and water damage.
The cost is foreboding
$120,000 for just the scaffolding
Total cost for restoration is $538,000
Contributions are tax deductible
Chestnut Street Baptist Church
PO Box 833
Camden, ME 04843
Make checks payable to: CSBC Steeple Fund
Q&A
Has anyone considered a cell phone tower insertion to assist? Definitely looking into it – design of the new spire is conducive.
How long will repairs take? Hoping to finish fundraising in 18 months – will begin repairs during final 6 months.
How long will the repair last? The repair will last 100 years. The steeple will be restored to its former glory. The replacement will be designed to flex in the weather.
Taylor Martens – Provided 8 scenarios for repair. Most options require a paint/repair in 10 years. This will be permanent.
Have you been able to contact Bill Young – We haven’t been able to get in touch with him so far.
Peregrine Falcons use the steeple for a perch to hunt.
Mark Masterson – Chair of the Community Service presented Jeff Foltz with a check from Rotary in support of this rebuilding effort.
Buckets are for backpacks for school children
Least expense quality packpacks are $24.99
Lisa Dresser – 2 new members, orientation yesterday
Maria – Tim Dresser Sponsor
Wendy Zwecker – Heidi Karod sponsor
7 days to contact if you have concerns
Ryla – 2 applications currently – close to deadline
Rotary Youth Leadership Awards
Ron Hall – Every Rotarian Every Year – part of fundraising for the Rotary Foundation.
End Polio now & Forever
Strengthen Rotarians knowledge, engagement and support
Increase support
Enhance the image of record achievements
Community Service Update
3 things planned
Habitat for Humanity – October 24 – renovation in Rockland. Two teams of 8 needed.
MCH – Aging in Place program – Starting a program with window dresser folks to measure windows to insulate windows. 5 teams. Sign up sheets available.
Snow Ball Toboggan Shoot – 4 people
Chowder Challenge – Meeting 8/18
The Pen Bay Yachting Rotarians’ summer fellowship gathering. Weds 8/19, 5-8pm.
The Pen Bay Yachting Rotarians’ summer fellowship gathering is being hosted by Parker Laite at his lake home on Megunticook Lake. This is a kid and family friendly event. A light supper will be provided but it is a BYOB event. Guests are encouraged to come by boat if they wish. Rain date is August 20th.
“Camp Renie” is located at end of the Dickens Road / Fire Road #63, off Rte. 235, Lincolnville, Maine. The phone number at Camp Renie is 763-3694
Camden: Drive West on Rte. 105 to Rte. 235 approximately, 5.2 miles. Turn right onto Rte. 235 and go 1.5 miles to Dickens Road / FR #63, which is on your right. (Two granite pillars mark the entrance). Go to the end of the road and you are at “Camp Renie”.
From Belfast: Take Rte. 52 and go 10.3 miles to the stop sign at Lincolnville Center. Turn left and go about 500 feet, then turn right on Rte. 235. Go 1.8 miles to Dickens Road / FR 63 which is on your left. (Two granite pillars mark the entrance). Go to the end of the road and you are at “Camp Renie”.
“Camp Renie” is located at end of the Dickens Road / Fire Road #63, off Rte. 235, Lincolnville, Maine. The phone number at Camp Renie is 763-3694
Camden: Drive West on Rte. 105 to Rte. 235 approximately, 5.2 miles. Turn right onto Rte. 235 and go 1.5 miles to Dickens Road / FR #63, which is on your right. (Two granite pillars mark the entrance). Go to the end of the road and you are at “Camp Renie”.
From Belfast: Take Rte. 52 and go 10.3 miles to the stop sign at Lincolnville Center. Turn left and go about 500 feet, then turn right on Rte. 235. Go 1.8 miles to Dickens Road / FR 63 which is on your left. (Two granite pillars mark the entrance). Go to the end of the road and you are at “Camp Renie”.
NEXT WEEK
Bob Rueben – classification talk